Little Giant Ladder

EddieWalker · Jan 30, 2012

I've seen them around but never had one. I have six ladders and don't really need one, but I do seem to have the wrong one with me more often then I would like.

Does anybody own one of theses? The infomercial that I just watched is for the new Extreme model that really seems impressive.

What do they cost?

Thanks
Eddie

wcampbell47 · Jan 31, 2012

I had one long time ago until it was lifted out of my truck. Absolutely the ladder for all seasons and all conditions. Out performed other ladders especially in uneven conditions. Used mine to install spray nozzles in barns. I encountered many situations where one side of the step ladder needed to be a different length than the other. Mine was heavy and I was tired at the end of a long day of installation.

CurlyDave · Jan 31, 2012

I don't have one, but I used one a few years ago.

A very nice ladder, but more than I wanted to spend.

Cat_Driver · Jan 31, 2012

I got rid of all my other ladders and ONLY have the Little Giant. No need for me to go ona and on about how great it it - just watch the info or see it on the web.

Little Giant Ladder

When one can say "works as advertised" that's a good thing. Heavy enough to get me on the roof etc, and small enough to fold down and fit in your trunk.

I did that thing once where you pull them apart and use a plant between the two halves, man was that great. Worked like a scaffolding.

For me the pull out pins were too new and were a little stiff, rubbing aluminum on aluminum. A shot of grease makes then pop in and out like a dream now.

I've use it on road trips with the motor home. Fits in the compartments great.

Pricey, but in this case you get what you pay for.

MikeD74T · Jan 31, 2012

discussion a while ago... http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/rural-living/228045-little-giant-extreme-ladder-2.html MikeD74T

deepNdirt · Jan 31, 2012

I don't want to sound like the negative one although i will share my experience with using a folding ladder, I've been in construction for more than 35 years, In all this time I work from scaffold and ladders, and have have extension ladders ranging size from 8 ft. to 40 ft. and all size in between,
I had a homeowner who needed the exterior trim ( brick molding ) replaced around a window, the window was about 9 ft. from ground level,.... Now I had several of my ladders with me that I could have reached this window with, The home owner told me he had his ladder readily available in the garage, and told me would be no need for me to get mine from the truck, when he returned with his ladder it was the folding kind, I told him I don't use these type ladders and I would just go get one from my truck, but he again said Oh! I assure you this ladder is safe and he has used it many times with no problem, OK I said, I'll try it but also asked being he is more familiar how to lock it all in place for him to do so, He set it up and I mad sure it was on good footings, I then started up the ladder and come to the first joint and I heard a click and stopped, he said that was typical noise, I then went up one more rung and the darn thing collapsed under me, luckily I wasn't very high and I land on my feet, needless to say the homeowner was quit embarrassed as I asked him to get that ladder out of there while I went for my trustworthy ladder,

never again have I gotten up on one of these type ladders, Folks it only takes but 1 time to critically injure yourself, I was lucky that wasn't my time, However since that incident just a few years ago while up on a actual extension ladder extended to about 20 ft inside a house trimming out a upper window in a foyer the ladder slipped on some MDF dust on the floor and I road the ladder down when suddenly on the way down my left foot fell between a rung and when the ladder became parallel on the floor my foot was entrapped under the ladder rung and my full body weight on top of the ladder, and yup! broke my foot in 3 places, So I guess my point is you can be injured from any ladder, but why increase the chances using one that is not actually a extension ladder?, Sure if you need a STEP ladder that can also configure into different Position or if used on a stare-way this might could be handy, but if you need to reach the eves of your house or need to get up on the roof, simply Buy a good quality 16 ft. extension ladder and keep the folding ladder as a simple step ladder:thumbsup:

chopped · Jan 31, 2012

I have one (HD one) I like it alot. Its as heavy as is needed. But lots of time Im just going up a tree for a small job or the roof and my lightweight aluminum one is the one I grab as its so light and easy to move..
If loading shingles to the roof it would be my choice as its solide enough both for me and the shingles.I used it once as a 'trestle' it was sold ..
I however dont think I would not have any other ladders ..each has a place.

hizoot · Jan 31, 2012

Eddie,I've used one for a year now. I never know what size ladder I will need during the course of running service,so it has been great. The only thing you have to watch out for is when using it as an extension ladder. That swivel in the middle does not lock tight and has a little slack in it. It doesnt effect it in stepladder mode...but when going up onto a roof,etc when you get past the middle of the ladder...say stepping onto the roof,then that "middle swivel" will backlash some and give the old heart a jumpstart. I always tie the ladder off when I use it this way. BTW I paid 169.00 at Sams club for the 5' to 10' step x 17' model extension

MG1867 · Jan 31, 2012

FANTASTIC ladder. I have two at work one is 15 years old and other new. We would have to have several ladders/scaffolds to get the same jobs done. At first I heasitated about the price but after the purchase I never missed the money.:thumbsup:

kf4uda · Jan 31, 2012

I have had one for a few years now. It is the 17' model. I think they call it classic now. It is a good heavy built ladder. I have used the ladder in about every configuration. If you plan to get one, I would suggest getting a 6' step ladder as well. This ladder weighs about 50lbs, so when you need a just need a small ladder to quickly move from place to place this ladder is not so good.

As others have stated, when setting up this ladder make sure that each pin is fully locked in its proper place. I always take my time and check this and have never had a problem.

I would probably sum this up and say that this ladder is "a jack of all trades and master of none".